Hemp meal approved for use in laying hens opens new markets
Minnesota is among the first states in which hemp seed meal may be used in certain animal feed, opening new market options for industrial hemp growers.
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Cash rent surveys are headed to ag mailboxes
On February 5 the annual survey of cash rents and leases began. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) has sent more than 241,000 surveys to farmers across the United States. Cash rents for irrigated and non-irrigated cropland and permanent pasture will be collected in the survey and will be used to find estimates of the current year’s rental rates.
Egg prices are soaring again. Here’s why and what to expect
Bird flu has killed millions of hens in recent weeks, shrinking the supply of eggs and hiking up prices at grocery stores.
Kansas fish consumption advisories for 2025
TOPEKA – The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) (collectively, “Kansas”) is issuing fish consumption advisories for 2025. The following advisories identify types of fish, or other aquatic species, that should be eaten in limited quantities or, in some cases, avoided altogether because of contamination. General advice and internet resources are provided to aid the public in making informed decisions regarding the benefits and risks associated with eating locally caught fish from Kansas waters.
Grain Belt developers tell lawmakers how the transmission line will benefit Kansas
While it won’t drop off electricity to substations in Kansas, the Grain Belt Express transmission line will bring savings and improve reliability for residents, developers of the project said Thursday.
Why Is My Horse Not Shedding Its Winter Coat? Understanding PPID In Horses
As the seasons change, so do horses’ coats to help them stay warm in winter and cool in summer. But occasionally, horses can be late to shed their thick winter…
Young farmers and ranchers attend statewide leadership conference
MANHATTAN — Farmers and ranchers from across Kansas gathered in Manhattan Jan. 10-12 for the annual Young Farmers and Ranchers (YF&R) leaders conference. Nearly 500 attended the three-day Kansas Farm Bureau conference designed to provide educational and networking opportunities for young growers in Kansas.
K-State experts say old cows have special needs
By Lisa Moser, K-State Research and Extension news service MANHATTAN, Kan. — While a young person who turns 10 is considered an adolescent, cows at that age are considered old,…
What to do with the Christmas tree
By Chris HimmelwrightPratt County Master GardenerPratt County Research and Extension Services After the holidays, many municipalities allow old Christmas trees to be placed curbside. Trees are then collected and ground…
Insight: The first calf of the season
We can find peace in knowing we tried our best By Jackie MundtPratt County farmer and rancherKansas Farm Bureau columnist This season’s first calf arrived a little over four weeks…